Infiniti prices FX35/FX50 from $40,950/$56,700
click above for high-res gallery of the 2009 FX35 and FX50
Infiniti has announced pricing for its 2009 FX35 and FX50, and if you're jonesing for some of that "bionic cheetah" styling, the base price for the FX35 RWD with the venerable 3.5L VQ V6 producing 303 horsepower is $40,950. If you'd prefer a CUV that can rotate all four wheels at once, the FX35 AWD jumps up to $42,350. Finally, the bid dog of the bunch, the FX50 AWD with its 390-hp 5.0L V8, starts at a heady $56,700. All FX models get a seven-speed automatic with magnesium paddle shifters for do-it-yourself shifting, as well. These prices don't include destination and handling charges, which haven't been set yet but were $815 for the current-gen FX. And the pricing doesn't stop there, as each model has a few option packages that may boost the price even further. The FX35 is available with a Premium Package ($2,350), Navigation Package ($2,850) that includes the trick Around View Monitor, Deluxe Touring Package ($2,650), Technology Package ($2,900) and a DVD player for $1,600. the FX50, meanwhile, can also be had with a Technology Package ($2,900), as well as a Sport Package ($3,000), the DVD player and 21-inch summer tires for no extra charge.
Infiniti does note that these prices are well above the current-gen FX models. The FX35 RWD and AWD are $2,900 and $2,800 more, respectively, and the FX50 is a whopping $6,600 more than the current model. Infiniti credits the upgraded 3.5L V6, new seven-speed automatic, brand-new 5.0L V8, a standard nav system and Around View Monitor in the FX50 and over 200% more hand-stained maple trim than before for the price increases. If we say we're cool with plastic trim instead of wood, can we get a discount? Follow the jump for more details including the contents of each option package.
Gallery: First Drive: Infiniti FX
Gallery: 2009 Infiniti FX50
[Source: Infiniti]
PRESS RELEASE
Infiniti Announces Pricing on 2009 FX50 and FX35
NASHVILLE (June 6, 2008) – Infiniti today announced pricing on the all-new 2009 Infiniti FX luxury crossover SUV, which goes on sale June 24 at Infiniti retailers in the United States and Canada. The all-new FX is a showcase of Infiniti's design and technology leadership, offering exceptional levels of power, refinement, versatility and driving exhilaration.
The 2009 Infiniti FX is available in three models: FX50 AWD with a new 390-horsepower 5.0-liter 32-valve DOHC V8 engine Variable Valve Event & Lift (VVEL), and the FX35 AWD and FX35 RWD with a 303-horsepower 24-valve DOHC 3.5-liter V6. Each engine is paired with a new, standard 7-speed automatic transmission featuring Adaptive Shift Control (ASC) and available solid magnesium paddle shifters.
The Manufacturer's Suggested Retail Price (MSRP)* of each model is:
- $40,950 for the FX35 RWD
- $42,350 for the FX35 AWD
- $56,700 for the FX50 AWD
Inside, the new FX interior provides a warm, modern, inviting environment highlighted by a driver-oriented cockpit with intuitive controls, available sport seating and advanced audio, navigation and technology – ranging from an 11-speaker Bose‚-developed audio system to Infiniti Intelligent Key, available Intelligent Cruise Control (Full Speed Range) and available Around View Monitor system.
The new FX offers an industry-first safety technology – Distance Control Assist (DCA), which reduces the burden of driving in heavy traffic by intuitively helping to release the throttle and apply the brakes to maintain a safe distance from the vehicle ahead. Also available is Intelligent Brake Assist (IBA), which provides forward collision warning and automatic emergency braking, along with a Lane Departure Warning/Lane Departure Prevention system, which helps keep the vehicle in its travel lane.
2009 Infiniti FX equipment packages include the Technology Package, Infiniti Mobile Entertainment Package, Premium Package, Navigation Package, Deluxe Touring Package, Sport Package and 21-inch Summer Tires.
"The new Infiniti FX is a technology tour de force, with a number of advanced systems designed to enhance the driving experience," said Mark Igo, vice president and general manager, Infiniti Division, Nissan North America, Inc. "With its newly designed 5.0-liter V8, the new FX50 model is one of the most exciting performers in its class, while the FX35 continues to offer a unique balance of style, luxury, utility and driving pleasure."
Infiniti offers a full-line of luxury performance automobiles, including the G sports coupe and sedan, the M luxury performance sedan, FX premium crossover SUV, QX full-size luxury SUV, and the EX personal luxury crossover. More information about Infiniti and its Total Ownership Experience‚ can be found at Infiniti.com.
* MSRP excludes applicable tax, title and license fees. Dealer sets actual price. Prices and specs are subject to change without notice.
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Reader Comments (Page 1 of 2)
Torrent 11:10AM (6/06/2008)
If I wanted something that looks like the talking hat from Harry Potter, I'd get the talking hat from Harry Potter for 20 bucks.
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IndusCreed 11:13AM (6/06/2008)
i feel like eating some catfish for lunch
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Kotse 11:17AM (6/06/2008)
"The FX35 RWD and AWD are $2,900 and $2,800 more, respectively, and the FX50 is a whopping $6,600 more than the current model. Infiniti credits the upgraded 3.5L V6, new seven-speed automatic, brand-new 5.0L V8, a standard nav system and Around View Monitor in the FX50 and over 200% more hand-stained maple trim than before for the price increases...."
BLAH, BLAH, BLAH...
The EVAR freeeeeeeeeee-falling US$ is the MAIN culprit for the huge price increases!
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why not the LS2LS7? 11:43AM (6/06/2008)
It has fallen a lot less against then yen than against the euro.
Johnny Bravo 10:58AM (6/12/2008)
Interesting...FX50 costs in Europe 80.000+ Euros...something like $125.000.
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Marcel 5:04AM (6/13/2008)
Prices in the Netherlands EUROPE:
De FX is leverbaar als FX 37 (vanaf ongeveer 71.500 euro) en de FX 50 (vanaf ongeveer 119.000 euro).
THAT IS ABOUT $ 184.450 !!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
polar 11:22AM (6/06/2008)
Is this going to be representative of the new G37 Sedan prices then, $3000 higher? They're moving that to the 7 speed as well.
That is what I am wondering.
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Jared 11:28AM (6/06/2008)
Completely pointless vehicle that was selling poorly before gas went to $4/gallon. If you really want one of these, wait 9 months -- Infiniti will be putting a lot of money on the hood with subsidized lease rates to move them.
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Chris 11:39AM (6/06/2008)
Completely agree. Infiniti will be begging people to take these off their hands come the end of the year. While the new FX35 supposedly rides better; haven't tried it but the old one was loud and rough; the gas mileage just plain sucks for such a small suv/cuv
dpb! 11:55AM (6/06/2008)
But if you can drop $56k on a car before options, I doubt $5/gal gas is an issue.
Dan 11:57AM (6/06/2008)
For the nth time, the market for $60,000 (sorry, $56,700), luxury toys with $1200 monthly payments really doesn't have to watch the price of gas.
Oh noes, an extra $100 a month to Exxon, time to cross shop a Civic....
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Jared 12:04PM (6/06/2008)
This car has been marketed at urban hipster DINKs. While those people can still afford to drive a gas hog (provided the adjustable rate mortgage on their condo hasn't reset), it is no longer cool among hipsters to be driving a gas hog. The folks in that market are buying a Toyota Prius or Mini.
dd 12:05PM (6/06/2008)
What are the torque numbers? I could care less about 390hp if has no torque to get to that horsepower.
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Za 2:30PM (6/06/2008)
Wikipedia says it's ~370 lb-ft -
Also, I think that if you really need to wonder if a 5 liter Nissan V8 with 390 horsepower puts out enough torque, that you really haven't used a machine with that kind of power.
I generally assume that 5liter engines putting out near 400hp will have decent torque numbers.
MikeW 10:17PM (6/06/2008)
Who cares about torque when you have 7 gears?
But is has torque, comparable to the old M5 V8 (394hp@6600, 369ft-lbs@3800)
http://www.edmunds.com/insideline/do/Drives/FullTests/articleId=125872/pageId=138061
Noe 10:10AM (6/07/2008)
not really for example the new M3 414-hp (295 lbs of torque) and it has a V8!
sdcarnut 12:09PM (6/06/2008)
The EX seems alot bigger and was very impressed in a test drive, and its cheaper, starting at 35k so i bet the new FX is gonna fail with the EX cannibalizing its sales bigtime.. plus the EX = sexy, FX = dorky now !
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inteller 2:04PM (6/06/2008)
Yep, I'm feeling good about my EX purchase now that I know how much this thing will be. I just couldn't stomach the old FX because it was lacking in the tech department. I still envy the 7 spd auto in the new FX though. If they mated that to the EX I could probably get in the mid 20s on MPG.
And to the other idiots. Gas prices DO matter, even if you can pay cash for your Infiniti.
Noidor 12:29PM (6/06/2008)
Never mind the fact that Infiniti has better quality interiors in Euro-spec versions, better handling too. So knowing this why would anyone throw $56k on FX, or any amount on any Infiniti model? It is such an insult, surreal! Equivalent of Mercedes putting on steering racks on Euro models with more feel to them.
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TriShield 12:34PM (6/06/2008)
One expensive gas-guzzler.
Bonus points for unique styling though.
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